Kucherov (pictured) returned to the Huskies lineup after missing three games with an injured hand. He had a third period assist to extend his point streak to nine games. Like in Ufa, Russia, at the WJCs, Kucherov was the last shooter with a chance to extend the shootout, but his attempt was saved. The Huskies scored the game’s final three goals to force overtime.

Blujus’ scoreless streak is now at five games - the third time he’s had a scoreless streak of at least five games. Panthers third rounder Vincent Trocheck had four goals for the Whalers. He has seven goals in his last three games and 38 in 48 overall.